Postcard of the New North Church showing the slave galleries
Title
Postcard of the New North Church showing the slave galleries
Description
This item is a postcard depicting the interior of the New North Church in Hingham, Mass. at an unknown date. The pews and doors on the first floor can be seen, as well as the clock and flags above them. Above the first floor is an ornate organ as well as seating that was originally created for slaves and people of color. A large chandelier is hanging from the ceiling.
Subject
Christianity
Churches
Architecture
Race discrimination
Slavery
Rights
Rights status not evaluated.
Access Rights
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Spatial Coverage
Hingham (Mass.)
Citation
“Postcard of the New North Church showing the slave galleries,” Hingham Public Library Digital Exhibitions, accessed March 27, 2025, https://hinghampubliclibrary.omeka.net/items/show/276.